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Wilmer " Clank" Johnson Jr

01/14/1957 - 01/04/2026

Obituary For Wilmer " Clank" Johnson Jr

Wilmer β€œClank" Johnson Jr, 68, was born on Monday, January 14, 1957 and passed on Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Funeral Arrangements:
Funeral Service: Monday January 12, 2026 | Wake: 12:30| Funeral Service: 1:00 pm

Place of Service: Union Baptist Church 904 N Roxboro St Durham NC 27701

Interment: Glennview Memorial Park

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Sabrina T Furman sent The Peace Lily for Wilmer " Clank" Johnson Jr - January 11, 2026

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I'm sorry to be seeing this. Wilmer was such a solid person to work with, and I respected the way he carried himself. I'm grateful I got the chance to know him. I'm praying for the family. His presence will definitely be missed. God bless

Johnny Starks

RIP Clank. Peace and Prayers for the family.

Pat Sturdivant

Sending my deepest sympathy to the family. Clank had a rare gift for making people laugh, and that is a legacy that will never fade. He will be missed every day, but his spirit and his jokes will stay with us forever. He's undoubtedly keeping the spirit bright wherever he is now. "O'Keishe"

O'Keishe L Gregory

To Mateo, and the Johnson Family; Sending you my Deepest Sympathy and Prayers during your time of sadness and sorrow.

Shirley McNeill

Shirley Mc Neill

Family my heart is so heavy right now. I remember my cousin Clank that was a pleasant person to be around. Every time we saw each other he would be smiling and full of laughter and joy. He will be truly missed by James,Thorpe and Thompson Families. We loved him but God loved him more. Family I asked God to comfort all with peace during this time of bereavement. Cousin Clank you will definitely be missed. Love Always ❀️and Blessings πŸ™πŸ½

Craig & Linda James

To the Family of Jay, Nortel employees are sending our Deepest Condolences and Prayers. Jay worked with us for many years. He was an all around great guy. We have many fond memories of working with Jay and gatherings at our Nortel Reunions.You will be missed. Jay take your Rest with the Angels πŸ•ŠοΈ

Wanda Gipson

Sending Prayers, Love & Strength to the Family. Clank was a very Dear friend.I will remember his jokes and times we had fun in School & Out. RIP, my Friend. DEB

Debbie R. Crutchfield Doles

My Condolences to the family in the loss of your love one. May yall find peace and understanding.

Felicia Gray

Sending condolences and lifting the Johnson family in prayer!!

Anita Satterfield Torian

Clank you was truly a GREAT friend. Man you will truly be missed. Prayers to the family and friends.

Luke Caldwell

I am so sorry for your loss God got you and your family

Johnnie Maye Humphrey

My deepest sympathy to the Johnson family on the passing of your love one,May God continue to comfort you all.

Deloris Grayson

Deloris Grayson

I love you man! You were an encouraging figure growing up with you in the projects! You gave me confidence in believing it's more to life. Nothing can explain of what we went through, rest in peace homey!

Eddie Baine

So sorry to hear of my friend passing. I give my condolences to everyone in the family. Clank shall be missed. God bless you all.

Karen Fogg

Im so sorry to hear of Clanks passing. May God comfort you all at this time.

Faye Barbee

I met "Jay" at Durham Tech around 1982 or 1983 and we quickly became friends. We might not talk for long periods of time but when we did it was like we had talked everyday! He will be greatly missed by me and my family who came to know him through the years. Jay I am grateful for the 40+ year friendship we had!! I will miss you dearly.

Love, Gwendolyn Jordan

Gwendolyn Jordan

Condolences to the family during this difficult time, and the days ahead. While we had no " blood ties", he/ the family was like family to me!!! We had plenty of laughter, deep conversations on a myriad of topics, sought advice from him especially when it came to Carolina playing Duke in BB😊, just his overall role as " BIG" brother to his siblings and myself was immeasurable! His time as both a Basketball player at Hillside, and his service to his country as a Marine - displayed a sense of pride, hard work and dedication of service & loyalty which was a true testament as to what leadership and being a team player was and is all about - ooooh rah! We will miss his gentleness and his soft spoken demeanor & compassion - however in the midst of it all - just know that GOD has the final say for us all - and that " every eye that's shut - doesn't mean that one is asleep"! Give Ms. Owens (mom) a HUGHE hug from us - and we will see you along with a host of other's amongst the heavens when our number is called. Spruill

Larry & LaTrice Spruill

Wilmer & I met in 1st grade, a beautiful person & a wonderful friend, God bless the family, I know you all will miss him. I send our condolences. May God continue to bless each of you as you transition to your new life remembering Wilmer. Arlinda Carrell & the Cole Family

Arlinda Carrell

My condolences to the family in your loss. Clank was a classmate,we shared great times at HHS and he will be greatly missed. RIP my brother.

Michael Tatum

May the memory of you that flows over the terrain of our hearts and mind, give us joy as we remember the treasured memories, you created over your life time. We love you with all our hearts. God bless the family.

Deborah Henderson

My prayers and condolences to the entire family Mr.Johnson was a good person he will be missed....

Tykeema McDonald Patterson

My sympathy to the family, when the roll is called I will answer to my call. Clank and I played for Holland Holton Jr. High together. In my eyes he was always a team player, he plays for the Heavenly squad now. May God strengthen you and continue to smile on you as he do on me.

BARRY ALONZO NICHOLS

I am so sorry for everyone's lost . My prayers πŸ™ will continue

Angel Simmons

My condolences to his family. So sorry for your loss. My God keep you covered in prayer πŸ™πŸ½

Keisha Hunter

Clack was always solid, polite and just a good role model as a cousin. He will be missed sincerely

Marcus K Pollard

My condolences to the Johnson Family, sorry for your loss, praying for your family.

Jermaine Patterson

So sorry Family for the passing of "Clack" who was a co-worker and friend. He was known for his style and sense of humor we named him side walker. Asking for God's Peace to surround your hearts and keep you lifted in love during this time. Blessing and Love to you ALL....

VERTINA MORGAN WEBB(Peaches)

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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